What Does My Semen Analysis Result Suggest?
Question: My Semen Analysis result is as follows :
Volume : 5.0 ml, Colour - Greyish While
Reaction/pH - Alkaline (8.0)
Viscocity - Viscid, Opaque
Liquefaction Time : Prolonged more than 1 hour
Sperm Count - 22 Millions/ml
Progressive Motility - 10%
Non Progressive Motility - 60 %
Non Motile - 30 %
Normal forms : 70 %
Abnormal forms : 30%
Pus Cells :4-6/HPF
Epithelial Cells : Occ/HPF
RBC - Nil
Impression : Normospermia
My query is whether am carrying a infection and my motility factor is low. We are childless for 3 years. Please advise.
Brief Answer:
Yes
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I read your query and I understand your concerns.
Following is my reply:
1) Yes your semen still shows signs of infection.
2) There are pus cells and increased liquefaction time which are suggestive of infections.
3) Pleas get semen culture done again and take the antibiotics accordingly.
Let me know if you have anymore questions.
Regards,
Dr. Mahesh Koregol
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar